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NEET UG 2026 Overview, Dates, Eligibility & Counselling Resources

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Jun 29, 2026 • 1K views

The National Testing Agency (NTA) successfully administered the NEET UG 2026 medical entrance examination process, which also featured a re-exam conducted on 21/06/2026. Aspiring medical students nationwide participated in this critical examination to secure admissions into undergraduate medical and dental programs across India. Following the comprehensive evaluation, official results were published, paving the way for the centralized seat allotment process governed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

Important Dates and Exam Timeline

Keeping track of the timeline is vital for every aspirant. Below is the official schedule covering the application window, exam milestones, and counselling commencement:

  • Application Begin: 08/02/2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 11/03/2026 (09 PM)
  • Result Declared: 16/07/2026
  • Online Counselling Start: 05/08/2026

Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits

Candidates wishing to participate must fulfill specific requirements set by the governing authorities:

  • Minimum Age: 17 Years
  • Maximum Age: No Limit
  • Born on or before 31.12.2009

Additionally, please note that an Aadhar Card is compulsory for all participants, and the application fee for General category candidates was 1700/-.

NEET UG Eligibility Codes

Qualifying examination codes are essential during the application process. Review the appropriate code matching your educational background:

  • Code 01: Appearing for 12th in 2026.
  • Code 02: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech, and English.
  • Code 03: Intermediate/Pre-degree in Science.
  • Code 04: Pre-professional/Pre-medical exam.
  • Code 05: First year of three-year BSc degree with PCB.
  • Code 06: BSc Examination with at least two subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
  • Code 07: Any equivalent examination.

Counseling Resources and Important Links

Following the declaration of results on 16/07/2026, candidates can access various portals, result servers, and official documentation to verify their scores, answer keys, and seat allotment status:

What to Do Next

Candidates who have successfully navigated the examination and result phases should now carefully monitor the centralized counseling rounds conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee. Ensure all required documentation—including your scorecard, identity proof featuring your Aadhar Card, and academic certificates—are organized for seamless verification during seat allotment reporting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

NEET UG 2026 Overview, Dates, Eligibility & Counselling Resources
NEET UG 2026 Overview, Dates, Eligibility & Counselling Resources